Formulation and Evaluation of Biobased and Biodegradable Plastics for Agricultural Mulch Film Applications
$348,000.00
Grant Value
2020-21
Fiscal Year
Description
TerraVerdae Bioworks (TVB) is an advanced biomaterials company whose technology is based on the use of biobased and biodegradable polyhydroxyalkanoates (PHA). TVB has demonstrated the large scale production of PHA and is now focused on development of PHA biopolymer products. This project will develop biodegradable polymer and composite formulations with enhanced mechanical properties and functionality required for high valued applications. This will include development of PHA-based plastics that have controlled biodegradability, such as agricultural mulch films, where field applied films provide moisture conservation and weed barrier properties during the growing season and then degrade in place by the following spring.
Expected Results
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or improved products, services or processes in Canada up to their commercialization
Why This Grant is Notable
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Grant Details
Recipient
TerraVerdae BioWorks Inc.
Location
Edmonton, AB T6G 2E1
Agreement Details
Number: 930530
Reference: 172-2020-2021-Q4-930530
Timeline
Start: July 1, 2019
End: July 31, 2021
Program
Industrial Research Assistance Program ? Contributions to Firms
The purpose of IRAP Contributions to Firms is to support research, development, adoption and/or adaptation of innovative or technology-driven new or …
Sector
Professional, scientific and technical services (54171)
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